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ET51 GFG

2002 BMW 735

Black Petrol 3600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

300,263 mi
Last recorded300,263 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2015
Typical for 2002 BMW 73587,108 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET51 GFG
MakeBMW
Model735
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,600cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2015 300,263 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit VERY LOW (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 15 Mar 2014 278,006 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2014 278,069 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 24 Sep 2012 264,583 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2012 264,583 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 20 Dec 2010 240,390 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2009 239,418 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 140,531 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 138,201 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2006 128,592 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the BMW 735?

Based on 51,279 MOT tests across 5,701 vehicles.

73.1%
Pass Rate
4,383
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
5,701
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,292
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 1,707
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,582
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,324
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,237
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ET51 GFG is a 2002 BMW 735 in Black with a 3,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2002 BMW 735 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 87,108 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 735 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,292 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ET51 GFG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 735 typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 24 years old, this BMW 735 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ET51 GFG registered?

ET51 GFG is a 2002 BMW 735, first registered on 1 February 2002.

Is ET51 GFG safe to buy?

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